September 13, 2019

By Obituaries on September 13, 2019.

1935 ~ CLARENCE GRUSZIE ~ 2019

Clarence Gilbert Gruszie, beloved husband of Leona Gruszie of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, September 10th, 2019 at the age of 83 years. Clarence also leaves to cherish his memory two sons, Brad (Gloria) Gruszie of Medicine Hat and Blake Gruszie of Vernon, BC; two grandchildren, Christopher Gruszie (Jamie Hardy) and Kyle Gruszie (Courtney Toms); one sister, Betty (George) Berg; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Clarence was predeceased by his parents, Gustav and Emma Gruszie; and one brother, Charles Gruszie. Clarence was born on December 13th, 1935 in Thorsby, Alberta. He married Leona Jacober on August 2nd, 1958 in Medicine Hat. Clarence enjoyed fastball, curling and seniors slow pitch. He loved the Medicine Hat Tigers and went to almost all the Maverick games each season. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE, on Monday from 1:00 until 1:55 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, on Monday, September 16th, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. with Gary W. Goran officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Clarence’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 325 Manning Road NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 2P5. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Clarence Gruszie. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to
SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 http://www.saamis.com inquiry@saamis.com Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd.

ELISABETH HANSEN

1929 ~ 2019
Mrs. Elisabeth Hansen, beloved wife of the late Mr. Viggo Hansen, passed away peacefully at Masterpiece Southland Meadows in Medicine Hat on Sunday, September 8, 2019, at the age of 89 years. Left to cherish Elisabeth’s memory are her children: Tony (Diana) and their children, Stephanie (Jake) and their son, Drayden; Penny (Paul) and their children, Aubrey and Ethan; Terry (Connie) and their children, Dallas and Dionne and Henry (Carla) and their children, Evan (Sarah), Kelsey (Gabriel) and Carter; her brother, Jørgen from Odder, Denmark as well as extended family members. Along with her husband, Viggo, Elisabeth was predeceased by her parents, William and Ane. Elisabeth spent her childhood in Denmark in the 30’s. Her experiences as a teen in WWII shaped her thinking for life. Elisabeth came to Canada in 1951, meeting her future husband, Viggo, in Banff. They later moved to Medicine Hat where they raised their three boys. Elisabeth will be remembered for her gardening business and enthusiasm for teaching others about the bible. The funeral service will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 62 Valleyview Drive S.W., Medicine Hat on Saturday, September 14, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

GLADYS STROM

1921 ~ 2019
Gladys Pearl Strom (nee Harvey), beloved wife of the late, Walter Hugo Strom, passed away at the Bow Island Health Centre on Wednesday, September 4, 2019, at the age of 98 years. Gladys will be lovingly remembered by her children; Sylvia, Elaine, Phil (Janet), Ray (Lois), Al (Lynn), Joan (Jim) Babe and Lori (Rick) Dykstra, as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so on Saturday, September 14, 2019, at the Bow Island Evangelical Free Church, 214 – 4 Avenue West, Bow Island, from 1:00 p.m. to 1:55 p.m. A Celebration of Gladys’ life will follow at the Bow Island Evangelical Free Church, Saturday, September 14, 2019, at 2:00 p.m., with interment at the Burdett Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Glady’s name may be made to the Gideons International in Canada, c/o Henry Heidebrecht, 3123 – 15 Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 8K1 or to HALO, 12 – 49 Viscount Avenue SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 5G4. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

JEAN ISOBEL CAMERON

Jean Isobel Cameron died peacefully at Carmel Hospice on September 9 with family at her side. She lived a full and joyful life! She cross crossed the country with the Military as the kids grew, met new friends easily and had many good jobs she enjoyed. She and Jim settled in Medicine Hat in 1975. Mom was always concerned about others first and herself last, right up to the end. She brought so much fun and laughter to those around her, and so loved her pets, especially her final pooch, Buddy.
Mom was President of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Medicine Hat Legion and organized their Poppy Campaign for 10 years. For that role she was awarded her Life Membership in the Legion, an organization in which both her and Dad were very proud.
She missed Dad and her daughter Lesley terribly when they both died in 2014. She filled that vacant hole in her heart with a new family of friends and staff at the Meadowlands, where she enjoyed living from 2015 for 4 years. She loved everyone in her new home and was loved by many and she was grateful for this phase in her life.
She was moved to Carmel Hospice in early August when her lung cancer needed more attention and care. The family thanks the staff at Carmel for their expert, compassionate and loving care they provided.
We also want to thank Dr. Bao Dang and his staff for their excellent care and ongoing concern for Mom over many years in the treatment of her COPD, and in particular, the last six months as the addition of her lung cancer started to interfer. It was exceptional.
Jean was predeceased by Jim and her daughter Lesley in 2014, and an infant son, Stephen in 1962. She is survived by her son Paul (Marie), her daughter Cheryl (Sheldon Spier) and two brothers, Wayne MacTavish (Sandy) and David MacTavish (Judy). She also leaves her grandchildren Eric (Ashley), Terri (Marc), her great-grandchildren Jacob, Fiona, and Alexa and her son-in-law Michael Archambault.
Join us to celebrate Jean’s life, remember her, and perhaps share a story at the Medicine Hat Lodge, Saamis Ballrooms A&B on Fri., Sept. 13 from 11:00 to 1:00pm. A light lunch will be provided.
Donations can be made to the Medicine Hat SPCA,
55 Southwest Drive SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8E8
or St. Joseph's Carmel Hospice,
156 3 St NE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 5M1.

WALTER MUELLER

Laughter could be heard throughout Cook’s Chapel this past Tuesday as heartfelt tributes were shared by Walter’s greatest blessing: his family. He was a true entrepreneur whose innovation and kindness will be forever remembered.

A life well lived is a precious gift
Of hope and strength and grace,
From someone who has made our world
A brighter, better place.

His Life Lived…
His Life Cherished…
His Life Honoured.
Courtesy of

Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455